STATE TIMES NEWS
LEH: A cycling expedition by Dhanurdhari Gunners of Fire and Fury Corps to the World’s Highest Motorable Pass, Umling La, at an altitude of 19,024 feet, was flagged off by Colonel Sonam Wangchuk, MVC (Retd) from Hall of Fame, Leh on Monday.
Many Veterans, Veer Naris, School Children and Community Members participated in the flagging off ceremony and encouraged the team members.
The Expedition Team comprises cyclists from Indian Army and civilian enthusiasts and will summit Umling La in four cycling days, covering 400 km. The expedition is expected to be a true test of the Dhanurdhari Gunners grit and strength of the sinew.
The expedition is an effort to celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, invigorate the patriotic fervour, instil the spirit of National Integration, and promote fitness.
